Flying from Colombo to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): What you need to know
Chiang Mai is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Colombo. Chiang Mai International Airport is located in Chiang Mai, which runs on the UTC+7 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Colombo to CNX, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Popular months like February or other busy periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Colombo to CNX. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these airports:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Located around 32 kilometers from central Colombo, CMB can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Colombo to Chiang Mai International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
74% of flights that take off from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
About Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Reserve a hotel near CNX if you have a late flight from Colombo to Chiang Mai International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Chiang Mai International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz and discover more of Chiang Mai and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around two weeks before your Colombo to Chiang Mai International Airport flight.
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai International Airport is around 3 kilometers from the center of Chiang Mai. It takes around 15 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It'll take around 25 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Chiang Mai International Airport is AED 631. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 1,165. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Colombo to CNX. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Colombo to Chiang Mai International Airport ticket.
Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Colombo to CNX is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.
Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Colombo to Chiang Mai International Airport. Pick the departure times, airlines and number of stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.
The best time to fly from Colombo to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. October is the quietest month to visit Chiang Mai. February is when most people book flights from Colombo to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Book a Colombo to CNX plane ticket departing in April if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Chiang Mai to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Colombo to Chiang Mai International Airport in January when temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Chiang Mai
Start your Chiang Mai trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Colombo to Chiang Mai International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
You'll find plenty of awesome things to do in Chiang Mai when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Songkran Festival Chiang Mai followed by Yi Peng and Loy Krathong (Lantern Festival) and Doi Suthep.
Explore more of Thailand
You've seen Chiang Mai, now it's time to explore more of Thailand. Travel about 257 kilometers southeast to Phitsanulok to check off its popular sights. From Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat to Phra Si Ratana Temple (Wat Yai) and Wat Ratcha Burada Temple, your itinerary will be busy.
Chiang Rai is another must-experience destination in Thailand and is around 153 kilometers northeast of Chiang Mai. No trip is complete without dropping by Wat Rong Khun, Wat Phra Kaew and Wat Huay Pla Kang: Goddess of Mercy Chiang Rai.
